Job Description

Description

Armour Transportation Systems is an award-winning, world-class transportation and logistics company. We are a Platinum member of Canada's Best Managed Companies and a Top Fleet Employer.

Founded in the early 1930s,

Armour Transportation Systems has grown to be one of the largest trucking carriers in Canada, with 26 terminals, 4,000 pieces of equipment, nine maintenance facilities, over 750,000 square feet of warehouse space, and more than 2,000 team members.

Our vision is to be the dominant gateway between Atlantic Canada and the world, realizing profitable growth through leading transportation and logistics solutions, global partnerships, exceptional employees, and strategic acquisitions.

Armour Transportation

Systems is looking for a

Garage Manager

based out of our

Moncton, NB

location.

Position Overview:

The Garage Manager plays a key leadership role in overseeing the day-to-day repair and maintenance operations of our trailer fleet. Responsible for managing a team of skilled garage professionals, this role ensures the delivery of safe, timely, and high-quality service while fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and team performance. The ideal candidate brings strong people management skills, a commitment to operational excellence, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, service-driven environment. This role is critical to maintaining the efficiency, safety, and compliance of our fleet operations, with a strong emphasis on leadership, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm (evening & weekend support as required)

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and Inspire:

Manage and provide strong leadership to a team of professional garage maintenance personnel, ensuring smooth operations and a productive, safe working environment.

Safety First:

Conduct regular toolbox talks and safety meetings to promote safe work practices, prevent injuries, and uphold occupational health & safety protocols.

Collaborate with HR:

Work closely with Human Resources to implement policies that foster a safe, engaging, and compliant work environment for all team members.

Oversee Repairs:

Supervise the repair and maintenance of trailers, ensuring quality workmanship and the proper use of parts for efficient, reliable service.

Daily Reporting:

Provide regular updates to the operations team on the status of repairs and trailer in-service times.

Supplier Coordination:

Work with suppliers to resolve technical issues and minimize downtime of trailers.

Schedule and Assign Work:

Organize garage personnel schedules and assign workloads to maximize efficiency and meet business needs.

Quality Assurance:

Monitor the quality of repairs, rework, and warranty claims, ensuring high standards of workmanship from Technicians and Apprentices.

Data Management:

Maintain accurate vehicle records and repair data in the fleet management system to support maintenance operations.

What We're Looking For

Essential Competencies:

Leadership

: Proven ability to lead, inspire, and manage teams with effective communication and problem-solving skills.

Time Management

: Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Analytical Thinking

: Ability to assess situations, identify problems, and implement solutions that meet the needs of the business.

Team Building

: A natural people manager with the ability to foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture.

Working Conditions:

Fast-paced environment with tight deadlines High volume of communication with customers, terminals, and agents via email and phone

Education & Experience:

Strong working knowledge of trailer maintenance operations, industry safety standards, and repair practices 5+ years of industry-related experience Demonstrated experience leading a team in a high-volume or service-driven environment Completion of college/vocational school or technical training in a related field Class A Mechanic's License and Red Seal Certification are assets, but not essential Valid driver's license required

Technical Skills:

Experience and understanding of the TMT Maintenance System is considered an asset. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, with the ability to prepare reports in Word and Excel. * Strong typing and computer skills.